Although Christopher Montez spent many years of his life incarcerated, he decided
not to let his past define his future. He is currently completing the master’s degree
in humanities that he began in UHCL’s Academics for Offenders program.

The Hawk Advantage Scholarship has helped 108 students complete their college education.
To date, 554 generous alumni and donors have given their support through these scholarships
and established 12 Hawk Advantage endowments with over $1.9 million in permanent scholarship
investments.

Kevin Kwan says his years working toward his bachelor’s degree in media studies were
the “dream experience.” His New York Times best-selling book, “Crazy Rich Asians,”
will be released as a film this summer.

UHCL Here, We Go is a bold commitment of the university community to partner with
alumni, friends, parents and families to intentionally transform University of Houston-Clear
Lake, expanding opportunities for students across Bay Area Houston and beyond. Learn
how you can go with us as we accelerate the transformation of our great university.